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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Marine Automation Engineer to work on vessels and in shipyards, responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing marine automation systems. The person in this position will collaborate with technical and engineering teams to ensure the smooth operation of control, monitoring, and safety systems on ships.
Key responsibilities include troubleshooting, PLC programming, automation system integration, and maintaining technical documentation in accordance with international standards. The candidate should have experience working with industrial automation systems, preferably in a marine environment, and understand the specifics of working at sea.
The Marine Automation Engineer will also be responsible for testing and commissioning new systems, training crew members in the use of automation equipment, and cooperating with equipment manufacturers and technology providers. The job may require frequent international travel, including extended stays on vessels.
The ideal candidate will have a technical university degree (automation, electronics, mechatronics), technical English proficiency, and the ability to work in a team and under pressure. Marine certifications and experience working on vessels will be an advantage.
If you are an ambitious person, ready for challenges, and want to grow in the dynamic maritime industry, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Design and implementation of marine automation systems
- Programming PLCs and SCADA systems
- Troubleshooting and repairing automation systems
- Maintaining technical documentation
- Testing and commissioning new installations
- Training crew on automation system operation
- Collaborating with technical teams and equipment manufacturers
- Ensuring compliance with international standards
- Participating in inspections and technical audits
- Providing technical support during voyages
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Technical university degree (automation, electronics, mechatronics)
- Experience with industrial automation systems
- Technical English proficiency
- PLC programming skills
- Willingness to work at sea and travel frequently
- Knowledge of marine norms and standards
- Teamwork skills
- Good organization and independence
- Marine certifications are a plus
- Experience working on vessels
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with marine automation systems?
- Do you hold any marine certifications?
- Are you willing to work at sea for extended periods?
- Which PLC systems have you programmed?
- Do you have experience testing and commissioning installations?
- How do you handle working under pressure?
- Do you have experience in an international work environment?
- What marine industry standards are you familiar with?
- Do you have a driver's license and are you open to business travel?
- Can you maintain technical documentation in English?
